May weather forecast
Austin, NV

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Weather in May

As Austin crosses into May, it gets warmer with more aplomb. The lushness of spring is in full effect and it is exhibited by the heavy rainfall that May brings at 1.3" (33mm), the maximum for the year. Vibrant, blooming, full-of-life, Austin under the May sun is breathtaking to behold. This is an opportune month for gardening, hiking, and picnicking. Embrace the outdoors because just around the corner, the heat of the summer awaits.

Temperature

A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in April to a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C). During May, Austin consistently records a temperature low averaging an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Humidity

In Austin, the average relative humidity in May is 40%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 9.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.9 snowfall days, in May, Austin aggregates 3.39" (86mm) of snow. In Austin, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.6 days and aggregates up to 28.27" (718mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of May, in Austin, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:09 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.9h.

UV index

In Austin, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in May leads to these guidelines:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Austin in May?

In Austin, 61.7°F (16.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 42.1°F (5.6°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Austin, the average relative humidity in May is 40%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.2 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Austin, during May, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.9 snowfall days, in May, Austin aggregates 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Austin have in May?

In Austin, the average day length in May is 14h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:09 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Austin, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Austin, NV

Average temperature in May - Austin, NV
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Austin, NV

Average pressure in May - Austin, NV
  • Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Austin, NV

Average wind speed in May - Austin, NV
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Austin, NV

Average humidity in May - Austin, NV
  • Average humidity in May: 40%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (25%).

Average rainfall in May
Austin, NV

Average rainfall in May - Austin, NV
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.31").

Average rainfall days in May
Austin, NV

Average rainfall days in May - Austin, NV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (9.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Austin, NV

Average snowfall in May - Austin, NV
  • Average snowfall in May: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Austin, NV

Average snowfall days in May - Austin, NV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Austin, NV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Austin, NV
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Austin, NV

Average sunshine days in May - Austin, NV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (17.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Austin, NV

Average UV index in May - Austin, NV
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Austin, NV

Average cloud cover in May - Austin, NV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in May
Austin, NV

Average visibility in May - Austin, NV
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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